MEATBALL & PASTA BAKE

Meatball & Pasta Bake image

Provided by Kayla & Rileigh V

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 medium meatballs (homemade or pre-packaged)
1/2 large vidalia onion
1/2 large green bell pepper
2 Tbsp diced garlic
1 can(s) black olives
3 c marinara sauce (homemade or store bought)
1 Tbsp butter
8 oz spiral or penne pasta
1 tsp salt (or more/less to taste)
1 tsp pepper (or more/less to taste)
1 c shredded mozzarella

Steps:

1. In a large skillet add butter to melt over medium heat.
2. Put meatballs in pan to brown sides. (8 to 10 minutes)
3. Add diced onions and bell peppers to pan with meat balls to saute. (5 minutes)
4. Turn heat down a little and add black olives and marinara sauce. Salt and pepper to taste. (simmer for 10 minutes)
5. Boil pasta while meatballs and marinara simmer.
6. Mix everything in and 9x13 baking dish and cover. Place into a pre-heated oven at 350 degrees. (bake for 30 minutes)
7. Uncover and sprinkle shredded mozzarella to cover and place back in oven uncovered. (bake for 8 to 10 more minutes)
8. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes and serve.